1991 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1991 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Statesman weights approximately 30 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Statesman. 1991 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Statesman | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Statesman | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2624 mm |
